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From identifying stealth aircraft to pro-Duterte influencers going dark online, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting. Read More
Strokes of genius: why DeepSeek’s AI edge may come from its Chinese lessons
Rich language training data and a colourful cast of characters help power AI into the ‘era of Chinese’, experts say. Read More
Japan’s China investment drops 60% in 10 years as firms rethink strategies
Geopolitical considerations and intense competition from domestic firms have led Japanese companies to move their China investments elsewhere. Read More
Archaeologists unearth remains of Roman basilica at new London skyscraper site
‘Significant’ discovery provides a glimpse into early Roman London and its governance. Read More
US embassies told to prepare for staff cuts as Trump overhauls diplomatic corps: sources
Looming cuts come as Donald Trump tries to reshape the US diplomatic corps to align with his ‘America First’ agenda. Read More
Banks Sell $4.7 Billion of X’s Debt, in a Sign of Investor Demand
The social media company is attracting investor interest because of Elon Musk’s close ties to President Trump and a recent jump in revenue. Read More
Estée Lauder, L’Oreal suffer as global brands’ lustre fades in China
Tit-for-tat tariffs add to peril for global brands as consumers favour high-quality domestic rivals amid a spending slump, analysts say. Read More

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